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An Inclusive Approach to Increasing Access to Student Mental Health Services

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

At Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), we take a slightly different approach to supporting the mental health of our students, centering around facilitating access and removing barriers to care. A primary component of this approach involves integrating mental health support with other basic student wellness services.

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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever Before

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

To implement a sense of compassion, educators must be committed to a flexible process facilitated through positive communication and transparency. Moreover, school counselors are positioned to facilitate individual and group counseling to assist with study skills, stress, anxiety, and social-emotional learning development.

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The Impact of Affirmative Action on the Mental Health of College Students of Color

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report underscores the importance of creating engaging and welcoming environments in higher education settings that recognize racial trauma, engender trust, and foster collaboration across departments that support student well-being.

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What the mental health crisis means for student success leaders

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The pandemic ripple effects on student success will last for years, including the long-term impact on student mental health. The stresses and loss of the pandemic profoundly impacted student well-being, while the social disruption and isolation altered their social development. College Pulse Survey, Spring 2022.

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3 reasons to take the Assessing the Climate of Sexual Misconduct Survey

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

The survey will provide important data about: the prevalence of sexual misconduct and risk factors; student perceptions of problems and responses on our campuses; and student awareness and perception of available resources. The data collected in this survey are crucial to student well-being and safety. You Decide.

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Dear Tyler and Jay: How do you maintain a strong connection in an LDR?

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

I love a Netflix watch party the same as the next person, but is that the most impactful facilitator of connection and intimacy? appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. I would also caution you about how meaningful the bids for attention are.

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11 things to know about the 2023 Out of the Darkness JHU Campus Walk

John Hopkins University Student Well-Being Blog

It’s Real: College Students and Mental Health. A discussion on mental health facilitated by PEEPs members. The post 11 things to know about the 2023 Out of the Darkness JHU Campus Walk appeared first on Johns Hopkins University Student Well-Being. Tuesday April 4, 5-6pm. Friday April 14, 6-7pm.